In this theological reflection on Isaiah 40, Bishop Holcomb explores how the desperation caused by human suffering and sin leads directly to the “good and...
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Advent: God Is Bringing Us Hope
12/17/25 •
Bishop Holcomb
In this theological reflection on Isaiah 40, Bishop Holcomb explores how the desperation caused by human suffering and sin leads directly to the “good and glorious news” of the gospel. Addressing the fear that our disobedience might negate God’s promises, the text clarifies that God’s comfort is not a mere...
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Holcomb Ordains 10 Transitional Deacons in November Service
12/14/25 •
Diocesan Family
The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb ordained 10 individuals to the transitional diaconate at a special service held at the Cathedral Church of St....
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January 2026 Diocesan Convention: Looking Ahead
12/4/25 •
Diocesan Family
The 57th annual Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida will be held on Jan. 23-24, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando...
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Advent: God Is Bringing Us Hope
12/17/25 • Bishop Holcomb
Okeechobee Congregation Partners With Eagle Riders in Wreaths Across America Event
12/16/25 • Diocesan FamilyThe Rev. Kay Mueller delivered the invocation and benediction at the 10th annual Wreaths Across America Day ceremony in Okeechobee, where over 1,300 wreaths were...
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Holcomb Ordains 10 Transitional Deacons in November Service
12/14/25 • Diocesan FamilyThe Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb ordained 10 individuals to the transitional diaconate at a special service held at the Cathedral Church of St....
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Holy Trinity, Melbourne, Baptizes 22 in 2025
12/12/25 • Children & YouthHoly Trinity, Melbourne, has celebrated its own “year of baptisms,” with 22 people – including 15 minors and seven adults, 12 of whom have joined...
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Annual Parish Fish Fry Becomes Setting for 7 Baptisms
12/11/25 • Children & YouthSt. Barnabas, DeLand, joyously embodied Bishop Holcomb’s “year of baptisms” by celebrating the baptism of seven people during the church’s 27th annual Parish Fish Fry...
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January 2026 Diocesan Convention: Looking Ahead
12/4/25 • Diocesan FamilyThe 57th annual Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida will be held on Jan. 23-24, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando...
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Daughters of the King Fall Assembly Celebrates God’s Power
12/2/25 • Diocesan FamilyOver 170 members of the Order of the Daughters of the King gathered for their annual Fall Assembly at Holy Trinity, Melbourne, celebrating their Rededication...
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Advent: God Is Keeping His Promises
11/19/25 • Bishop HolcombThe Advent season celebrates God’s faithfulness in fulfilling Old Testament promises of a coming deliverer, culminating in the birth of Jesus Christ, the promised Savior....
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‘From Strength to Strength’: Nativity, Port St. Lucie, Celebrates New Rector
11/18/25 • Diocesan FamilyThe Rev. Brian Stankich, a graduate of the Diocesan Residency Program, was celebrated as the new rector of Church of the Nativity, Port St. Lucie,...
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For Honduran Bishop, Relationships Drive Thanksgiving Offering, More
11/14/25 • Diocesan FamilyThe Rt. Rev. Lloyd Allen, bishop of Honduras, deeply values the Companion Diocese relationship with the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida, seeing it as vital...
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Collegiality in Action: Diocesan Chancellor Appointed to Title IV Advisors Group
11/11/25 • Diocesan FamilyEpiscopal Diocese of Central Florida Chancellor Todd Pittenger was recently appointed to a select national Title IV Advisors Group, a sign of collegiality aimed at...
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Diocesan Board Member Transitions From Law to Residency Role
11/6/25 • Diocesan FamilyMr. Carlos Cabrera is transitioning from a career in law to ordained ministry and will be ordained as a transitional deacon on Nov. 15, beginning...
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